Coverlet, 1847, doubleweave; Victoria pattern

Name/Title

Coverlet, 1847, doubleweave; "Victoria pattern"

Entry/Object ID

2008.1.249

Description

This figured & fancy coverlet was woven in 1847, likely in New York state. The four cornerblocks read "Victoria pattern," repeated 4x. The coverlet was woven in two panels, which are joined by a center seam. It has a centerfield pattern with large medallions of heart-shaped motifs wreathed by acanthus scrollwork and delicate fronds; the pattern repeats horizontally twice. There are symmetrical borders on all four sides with ornate florals and scrollwork. The doubleweave structure combines a layer of undyed cotton with a layer of dark blue wool. The coverlet has no fringe.

Collection

Foster and Muriel McCarl Collection

Category

Four side borders

Acquisition

Accession

2008.1

Source or Donor

McCarl, Foster & Muriel

Acquisition Method

Gift

Credit Line

gift of Foster & Muriel McCarl

Made/Created

Date made

1847

Woven Textile Details

Weave Type

Doubleweave, Doubleweave 1:1

Warp

Warp Colors

Natural, Navy

Weft

Weft Colors

Natural, Navy

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Inscription, Cornerblock inscription

Location

UL, LL, UR, LR (mirrored 4x)

Transcription

VICTORIA/PATTERN/1847

Material/Technique

Woven

Other Names and Numbers

Other Numbers

Number Type

Other Number

Other Number

McCarl No. 140

Dimensions

Width

77 in

Length

79 in

Material

Cotton, Wool